Since 2017, the Graduate and Post-Doctoral Education Across the Disciplines SIG #168 has had more than 150 SIG members from Argentina, Australia, Canada, China, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, Indonesia, New Zealand, Spain, United Arab Emirates, the UK, and the USA.
Kelly S. Hall, is the Chair of the Educational Leadership and Counseling Department at Texas A & M University – Kingsville, a Hispanic-serving institution. The department, with 44 faculty members, houses five master’s programs, an EdD, and two doctorial transcripted certificates. An Associate Professor, Hall’s published works are in the Journal of Higher Education, Journal of College and Character, and Journal of College and University Student Housing. She posed a Dissertation Across the Curriculum approach to decrease time for doctoral students completion in a book chapter. Kelly has served on 70+ dissertation committees. She earned a BA in Business Management from Capital University, a MS in Sociology-Demography and PhD in Higher Education Administration from Illinois State University. She has developed and taught higher educational administration, research, statistics, and sociology courses for 20 years. Dr. Hall has held administrative roles as director and dean, and has raised $10M in collaborative grants. She has experience working and conducting research and evaluations in a variety of public and private postsecondary settings: R1, R2, professional, master’s and associate’s.
Dr. Jue Wu is an Assistant Professor of Higher Education Administration and Policy at the University of Florida. Her research examines students’ access to and success in STEM fields, spanning college, graduate education, and the workforce, using both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Her work has appeared in the American Educational Research Journal, The Journal of Higher Education, Journal of Diversity in Higher Education, and the International Journal of STEM Education, among others.
Dana Michelle is the 2023-2025 SUNY-PRODiG Fellow in Gender Studies at Purchase College-SUNY, where she also teaches in the Sociology and Liberal Arts majors. Dana Michelle, as a non-traditional college student, earned a bachelor’s in psychology and master’s in counseling from Montclair State University. She worked in academic and student affairs for over a decade before completing her PhD at Rutgers University—New Brunswick. Dana Michelle’s research examines the intersections of gender, race, representation, equity, and justice. Additionally, she considers how European research traditions’ constructions decenters the lived experiences of Blackwomen, particularly in the unique ways they communicate with each other. More broadly, Dana Michelle’s interests lie in understanding the conditions that facilitate Blackwomen’s success in organizations by utilizing culturally appropriate research methodologies.
Shaoan Zhang, Ph.D., is a professor of teacher education in the Department of Teaching and Learning at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Zhang is an experienced researcher in teacher self-disclosure, teacher development, and STEM education. He has published over 40 refereed journal articles, authored multiple book chapters, and presented extensively at national and international conferences, including AERA and ATE. Zhang has led significant funded projects, including National Science Foundation grants, emphasizing STEM pathways for underrepresented groups and constructivist learning strategies. He has served in leadership roles such as Senior Editor for Action in Teacher Education and as chair of the Association of Teacher Educators (ATE) Research Committee. As a mentor, he has guided numerous doctoral students and graduate assistants, fostering the next generation of educational researchers and practitioners. Zhang's work continues to shape national and international dialogues on teacher education practices and innovations in educational research.
Dr. Wallace is an Assistant Professor of College Student Personnel at the University of Louisville. Currently, Dr. Wallace's work critically explores Black men and masculinities at various levels (undergraduate, graduate, faculty) in higher education by drawing on Black feminist frameworks. Secondarily, his work examines how Black men in engineering disciplines, develop their various identities (race, gender, academic discipline). Previously, he received his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership & Policy Analysis from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, along with his Master of Arts in Higher Education from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and Bachelor's degree from Emporia State University. In addition, Dr. Wallace has extensive experience working in student and academic affairs at various institution types.
Dalvin T. Dunn is a Ph.D. Candidate in Educational Administration - Higher Education Administration at Texas A&M University. As an emerging scholar, his research examines how Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) cultivate supportive environments for marginalized student populations. His scholarship has been published in outlets such as the Journal of College Student Development and Student Affairs on Campus, along with a book chapter in Celebrating Students and Their Experiences at HBCUs. As a first-generation college student and HBCU alumnus, his work is deeply informed by his personal journey and a commitment to expanding educational access. He frequently presents his work at national conferences, including the American Educational Research Association (AERA), where he has been an active member throughout his doctoral studies. Beyond his research, Dalvin is a dedicated campus leader, serving in organizations like the Black Graduate Student Association and the Graduate and Professional Student Government, where he advocates for graduate student access and equity. In his new role as Graduate Student Representative for SIG 168, we are excited to see his leadership and contributions to the SIG community.
Zhongxin Zheng, known by her preferred name "Gogo," is a PhD Candidate at George Washington University, specializing in Curriculum and Instruction. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto, double-majoring in Statistics and Economics. Following her undergraduate studies, Gogo pursued her passion for education and completed a Master’s degree in Creative and Innovative Education at Johns Hopkins University. Her research interests focus on STEAM education, alternative pedagogy, arts integration, project-based learning, and experiential learning. She is particularly interested in the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in STEAM education. In addition to her studies, Gogo works as a research assistant at George Washington University. Gogo enjoys practicing Chinese calligraphy and playing tennis and golf in leisure time. She is also a talented photographer, having been recognized with an award at the Pingyao International Photography Exhibition.
Graduate and Post-Doctoral Education Across the Disciplines
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